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Storm surges and extreme water levels are notably more unpredictable in estuaries that are inland from the immediate coast. Estuarine water level data is often non-existent or coarse in resolution, making concrete physical science studies on the data difficult to conduct. Often, communities abutting estuaries have insufficient data to inform coastal zone managers on flood risk, creating uncertainty in planning and adaptation strategies. This study presents a framework for communities to build a citizen science water level monitoring network in estuaries using technical sensors that yield quantitative data helpful for researchers and local stakeholders. The framework provides guidance for establishing a volunteer storm surge monitoring network, how the network functions, and how to use these data. We detail lessons learned applying this framework via a case study in Maine, a state noted for its long shoreline, which is …